The Coordinator of Membership & Development at the American Textile History Museum works closely with the Director of Institutional Advancement and other key staff to ensure that the needs of the Museum are met. These needs include but are not limited to visibility and publicity, community outreach, and funding support. The Coordinator of Membership & Development is involved in many aspects of the Museum including fundraising, membership, programming, marketing (online and traditional), communications, outreach, and events. Full Description.

Qualifications:
A college degree in a related field is required. The ideal candidate has excellent writing and grammar skills, is a fast learner, is adept at handling many tasks at once, and is well-organized. S/he is proficient with computers, especially the Microsoft Office suite. Experience with Raiser’s Edge is extremely beneficial. Knowledge of textiles is a plus, but is not required.

How To Apply:
Please forward your cover letter and resume to hrdir@athm.org for consideration.

Apply by:
May 01, 2015

About this Organization:
An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the American Textile History Museum in Lowell, MA, tells America’s story through the art, history, and science of textiles. In addition to our core exhibition, Textile Revolution: An Exploration through Space and Time, ATHM presents ongoing and rotating special exhibitions, exploring the world through the lens of textiles, from the fashions of Hollywood and Princess Diana to the haunting personal stories of Vietnam and the Civil War. ATHM holds the world’s largest and most important collections of tools, spinning wheels, hand looms, and early production machines, as well as more than five million pieces of textile prints, fabric samples, rolled textiles coverlets, and costumes.

At the American Textile History Museum, we have dedicated more than 50 years to preserving the past and shaping the future. Our collections, exhibitions, education programs, research library, and on-line catalogue provide a fascinating in-depth look at the world through the art, history, and science of textiles.